New Moon in Sagittarius: Hagar and the ability to see God
This month explore your relationship with travel, wisdom, philosophy, higher education, religion, cross-cultural relations, learning, and ethics.
Sagittarius energy is adventurous, philosophical, and freedom-loving. Ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion and abundance, this mutable fire sign is associated with optimism, curiosity, and the desire for exploration. Sagittarius is the seeker of truth, always on a quest for knowledge. It thrives on adventure, loves to travel, and cherishes independence. Sagittarius energy encourages us to expand our horizons, question beliefs, and embrace the joy of discovery. It’s also playful and enthusiastic, bringing lightheartedness to even the heaviest of topics. This energy asks us to dream big and live boldly, while also reminding us to remain grounded in our values and relationships.
Hagar’s journey into the wilderness, both when fleeing Sarai and later when she is sent away with her son, embodies Sagittarius’ themes of resilience, survival, and faith. Hagar encounters God in the wilderness, where she names God El Roi ("the God who sees me"). Her story reflects Sagittarius' connection to expansive understanding, seeking hope even in isolation, and trusting in divine provision.
In terms of personality traits, each sign exhibits positives and negatives. It’s important to be aware of both, and to notice what you want to emphasize and what energy you can focus on in this season.
High Side of Sagittarius: Adventurous, optimistic, open-minded, philosophical, enthusiastic, freedom-loving, curious, wise, generous, visionary, loves to explore and expand horizons.
Low Side of Sagittarius: Restless, reckless, impatient, blunt, commitment-avoidant, inconsistent, overly idealistic, tactless, distracted, struggles with follow-through.
SUGGESTED MEDITATION FOR NEW MOON IN SAGITTARIUS: WELCOMING FEAR
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WANT THE WORKSHEET?
A printable worksheet for the Sagittarius New Moon — the woman, a mantra, and journal prompts. This is what I use in my own circle! Free, along with all twelve months.
JOURNAL PROMPTS
- What truths am I seeking, and how can I step out of my comfort zone to discover them?
- Where have I felt seen—or unseen—and what did I learn in those moments about who I am becoming?
- What beliefs have carried me so far, and which ones might I need to revise, release, or rediscover?
- When have I stepped into unfamiliar territory and found wisdom there? What did that experience teach me about courage and trust?
ALTAR SUGGESTIONS AND LINKS TO HAGAR ART
If you’d like to create a home altar for this season or for your women’s circle, here are some ideas that align with Sagittarius:
- Photos of other women you love with Sagittarius birthdays
- Imagery that represents the Divine Feminine
- Colors: royal blue, gold, or deep purple
- Crystals: Amethyst (for wisdom), turquoise (for protection during travel), and citrine (for optimism and abundance).
- Plants and Herbs: Coffee plant, rubber plant, sage, ashwagandha
- Essential Oils: Black pepper, Rosemary, Marjoram, Pine, Ginger, Ylang Ylang, Jasmine, Lavender, Tea Tree & Patchouli.
- Symbols: maps, globes, or miniature compasses, fire element
- Hagar Art:
- Hagar in the Desert from Drawings for the Bible by Marc Chagall
- Hagar Speaking with the Angel by Frank Wesley
- Hagar by Sarah Beth Art
- Hagar and Ishmael by Alan Jones
RITUAL SUGGESTION FOR SAGITTARIUS
For Sagittarius, and at the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to practice a gratitude ritual. Write down a list of what you’re grateful for, focusing on the abundance in your life. After you’re done listing, take a few minutes to imagine a scenario around one of the things that you listed, really feeling the emotions and sensations of gratitude in your body. Light a candle and express your thanks aloud.
LOOKING FOR OTHER MONTHS?
Find all of my new moon reflections at the hub page here.
DOING THIS WITH OTHER PEOPLE?
These work alone, but they were built for a circle — that's how I use them. Here's how to host one: setting the space, structuring the evening, and facilitating so that everyone actually speaks.